Backyard hens & livestock — East Zorra-Tavistock, Ontario
Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?
In the Township of East Zorra-Tavistock, Ontario, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Animal Control By-law 2001-54 (as amended), verified 2026-09-25. Setback: not less than five feet from the property line.
Animal Control By-law 2001-54 (as amended)
adopted bylaw
setback
not less than five feet from the property line
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scout note
Pigeon coops/pens must be set back 60m from any school, church or public hall and 40m from a neighbouring occupied dwelling; sets general enclosure/sanitation standards for kept animals and birds.